Thursday, March 12, 2026 Dear ITC Members and Newsletter Subscribers, Welcome to the latest update from the Idaho Technology Council. We’re excited to share what’s happening across Idaho’s tech ecosystem—from member news and upcoming events to insights shaping the future of innovation in our state. Warm regards, Diane Temple, President & CEO
Betsy Davies, Vice President & COO Tim Munkres, Marketing Coordinator |
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It's HERE! iTECH Summit in Eastern Idaho! Join us next week in Idaho Falls
The iTECH Summit is coming March 17–18, 2026 in Idaho Falls — where 200+ tech leaders, innovators, founders, and community champions gather to shape the future of Idaho’s tech ecosystem. This isn’t just another conference — it’s where connection becomes collaboration and ideas become impact.
Here’s the challenge: Don’t just attend — show up with intention. Build real relationships. Be present with the people driving innovation in Idaho.
Register with the QR code, or Join here iTECH Summit Idaho Falls |
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February High Tech Connect
A big thank you to Blake Hansen and the Alturas team for hosting and for their continued leadership in Idaho’s innovation ecosystem. With 50+ attendees representing startups, established tech companies, students, remote professionals, and community partners, the room reflected the strength and diversity of Idaho’s growing tech sector. As always, the magic was in the introductions. Every attendee had the opportunity to share who they are, what they’re building, and what they’re looking for—whether that’s talent, opportunity, mentorship, funding, or collaboration. These moments aren’t just networking—they’re how we actively strengthen Idaho’s tech ecosystem. If you missed February HTC, Join us March 31st at CWI |
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Google wraps up $32B acquisition of cloud cybersecurity startup Wiz By Rebecca Bellan // March 11 , 2026 TechCrunch
Google has officially acquired Israeli cybersecurity firm Wiz for $32 billion in cash, a full year after the companies announced the deal. This marks Google’s biggest acquisition in its history.
FULL ARTICLE HERE
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| Nvidia to invest $2 billion in neocloud Nebius amid AI data center push
March 11, 2026 By Reuters
Nvidia said on Wednesday it will invest $2 billion in artificial intelligence cloud company Nebius, adding to the leading chipmaker's growing list of investments in AI firms and data center infrastructure.
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Canal+ taps Google and OpenAI for AI-driven video production, content recommendation
By Leo Marchandon // March 11, 2026 Reuters French media group Canal+ on Wednesday unveiled multi-year agreements with Alphabet's Google Cloud and OpenAI to integrate generative artificial intelligence into its production workflows and streaming service.
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Erin-Todd "Jet" Hansen || Glenn Pfautsch |
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INTRODUCING Sheila Franek Software Architect & Cloud Migration Manager Zerocookie.NET DESCRIBE THE BUSINESS/ORGANIZATION YOU WORK FOR:
ZeroCookie is built for organizations that want to offer a simple, trustworthy promise to their visitors: we don’t track you, we don’t sell your data, and you don’t need to click through a cookie banner. Many small websites want to respect privacy but don’t realize how many tracking scripts are quietly introduced through plugins, themes, and embedded tools. As a result, they rely on intrusive consent popups they don’t actually need. ZeroCookie scans for and disables tracking scripts, provides clear remediation guidance, and verifies true no-tracking compliance through an AWS-powered scanning and verification engine—allowing sites to remove cookie banners entirely and replace them with real privacy by design.
WHAT SETS THIS BUSINESS APART FROM OTHERS IN THE INDUSTRY?
What sets ZeroCookie apart is that it eliminates the need for cookie banners altogether instead of trying to manage them. Most tools in this space focus on collecting consent for tracking that’s already happening. ZeroCookie takes the opposite approach by identifying and disabling tracking at the source, then continuously verifying that no tracking is occurring. Rather than forcing users to accept confusing choices, ZeroCookie allows businesses to operate with a true no-tracking model and prove it through ongoing, automated verification. The result is genuine privacy by design, not privacy theater.
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CONNECT WITH SHEILA |
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UPCOMING EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES |
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Final Registrations!
iTECH SUMMIT 2026 |
iTECH Summit is a high-impact, content-driven technology convening that brings together industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers to explore the technologies shaping Idaho’s future.
This one-day summit blends keynote speakers, expert panels, and an innovation expo, creating meaningful connection between ideas, talent, and solutions. |
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Check out our new jobs page for ITC Members!
We would love to work with your recruiter to keep our tech talent in Idaho. |
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NEW MEMBER ADVANTAGE PROGRAM (ITC MAP)! |
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What is the ITC MAP Our MAP program provides members of the ITC with discounts and member services for all your business needs! BIO Services Program
The Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) is the first organization to contribute to this program. For no fee, ITC members can participate in the BIO Services Program. This is an amazing opportunity for those in the BioTech space or just looking for a cost-savings program to join! Member Benefits on NetSuite
NetSuite is a unified, cloud-based business management platform helping tens of thousands of customers across the globe automate core processes and provide real-time visibility into operational and financial performance.
Organizations of all sizes and across dozens of industries run on NetSuite and its applications for finance, supply chain management, customer relationship management (CRM), human resources, professional services, ecommerce, and more.
Interested in Contributing
Think you have a program that could benefit ITC members? If you are interested in contributing to the MAP program, please reach out to Diane Bevan at diane@idahotechcouncil.org for more information. Please note: you must be a member to participate or create a discount.
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GET INVOLVED WITH THE ITC |
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Interested in becoming more involved? Please consider joining the newly formed Idaho Technology Ambassador Committee, where you will have the opportunity to assist in planning and execution of events, meet new and existing members, and become the welcoming arm of the ITC.
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ADVERTISE IN ITC's TECHWIRE NEWSLETTER |
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TECHBRIDGE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM |
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Dear Tech Leaders,
We’re excited to introduce TechBridge, a new mentorship initiative by the Idaho Technology Council. Our goal is simple: to connect Idaho’s tech students with experienced professionals like you, bridging the gap through mentorship, resources, and industry.
Through TechBridge, you’ll have the opportunity to guide aspiring tech talent—especially students from underrepresented, at-risk, and in-need backgrounds—by providing industry insights, professional connections, and access to essential resources. Why Become a TechBridge Mentor?
Idaho’s tech industry is growing fast, but many students face barriers to entering the field. We would love to have you as part of this program! Thank you for considering this opportunity to mentor and advocate for Idaho’s tech community. Your leadership will make a lasting impact! Best, ITC Team |
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